self care
Tools for Self Massage and Self Care
Moms are doing double duty right now--or maybe triple duty. Homeschooling is no joke and on top of that we're running businesses and trying to take care of ourselves. I used to rely on massage to help release tension, but I can't see my regular therapist right now. These little ...read more
Simple Ways to Engage in Self-Care This Month
Pardon me while I vent for a hot sec in this safe space, but it's been an exhausting couple of weeks. My seven year old had a virus that lingered for a week, then my five year old got, and, of course, my 10 month old followed suit. A full 10 days in and her poor little button ...read more
3 Easy Ways to Prioritize Self-Care in 2020
The holiday season has been hectic and exhausting. Heck, if you're a mom the whole year has likely been a busy blur. Take some time to slow down and recognize the importance of sleep and self care--and put these two things at the top of your 2020 priority list. We're sharing ...read more
8 Things Adult Caregivers Can Do for Themselves This Season
Being a full-time caregiver to a family member with a chronic illness or disbaility can be rewarding work, but also incredibly isolating. That's why Peter Rosenberger, author of Hope for the Caregiver, says it's critical to take care of you, too. A little self love can go a long ...read more
Easy Self Care Switches for Moms
Self care has become such a buzz word lately hasn't it? In fact, it's become such a focus, that it can leave some of us feeling guilt about not practicing self care. And that is the exact opposite of what any of us over worked moms need. Am I right? So, let's try to set aside any ...read more
Why Special Needs Moms Must Have Me Time
Are you a special needs mom? If so, I'm talking to you today. And if you aren't, maybe you can share this with someone who is, because as together as she may look to you, she's struggling. We all are. You see, when I became a mom for the first time, I semi knew what to expect. I ...read more
Get your Zen on with Momtrends
I'm just starting Rachel Hollis' book Girl Wash Your Face. In it she shares that making yourself a priority is anything but selfish. I'm often telling this to the bloggers in our NYC community. Like so many moms I know, they are busy with their work and their families. Making ...read more
Tips for Working on Summer Self Care
This has been a transition summer for our family. Without sharing too much that isn't mine to share, we have a lot of change on the horizon. One way to deal with this is to dig my heels in and fight it. I'm attempting to do it the other way. The best I can do is work on me and ...read more
How to Take Time for Yourself This Summer
Summer break is almost here and the kids are ecstatic! But if you’re a mom, you’re likely thinking SURVIVAL! Many moms get overwhelmed at the thought of having the kids home all summer with the added pressure of juggling work, summer camps and schedules, and keeping the kids ...read more
Recharge: A Year of Self-Care to Focus on You by Julie Montagu
What inspired you to create Recharge: A Year of Self-Care to Focus on You? When my husband became ill nearly a decade ago and we had four small children at the time, I became the sole caretaker of my family. During that period – at least at the very beginning – I was doing ...read more
Why Fit Matters
They say, if the shoe fits wear it. One thing I've learned in my 40+ years on this earth is that not all shoes are made alike. I swoon over high heels as much as the next girl, but I know what works for my size and my lifestyle. I've learned to be picky about what comes into my ...read more